Paramedic Basic - Located in Austin, TX

American Medical Response; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits options

Job summary

American Medical Response is immediately hiring for a full-time Paramedic position in Austin, TX. Join a compassionate team dedicated to delivering high-quality service and advanced medical care.

The successful candidate will lead paramedic teams, assess emergency situations, and utilize essential medical equipment. Required qualifications include a State Paramedic License, driving record compliance, and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NREMT-Paramedic.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• State Paramedic License required.
• Someone with BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action.
• Utilize Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.

Skills

Emergency medical care

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

State Paramedic License

BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic

Tools

Defibrillator

EKG monitor

Intravenous fluids

Job description

Paramedic

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic FULL-TIME Opportunity. We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers.

Located in Austin, TX.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols.
• Utilize your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care.
• Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given.
• Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow Paramedics.
• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• State Paramedic License
• State Driver’s License
• BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic
• Driving record compliant with company policy
• Pass Physical Agility Test
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare

Why Choose AMR?

AMR is one of Global Medical Response’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com.

GMR’s Core Behaviors—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

More Information About This Job

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